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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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